Housing and homelessness

Council's action on Housing and Homelessness

Council acknowledges the housing crisis and supports people experiencing homelessness by working to make housing more affordable. We also work and partner with local services to support those sleeping rough, treating them with care and respect.

New Homelessness and Affordable Housing Strategy 

We’re developing a new 10-year Homelessness and Affordable Housing Strategy for our City. This strategy will guide Council’s role in helping people who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness to find secure housing. It will also outline how we support access to affordable and social (public and community) housing.

Earlier this year, in April and May 2025, we asked for your input. Now, based on what we heard, we’ve developed a draft strategy - and we’d like to hear your feedback.

This draft strategy outlines key priorities, including prevention, early intervention, partnerships, advocacy and place-based responses. We’re seeking final community feedback to ensure it reflects local needs and will be impactful. Have we captured what matters most to you?

More information and the feedback survey is available here Engaging on the new Homelessness and Affordable Housing Strategy | Have Your Say Port Phillip